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Friday 28 October 2011

sweet popcorn balls

want a sweet but more traditional treat for trick or treaters or party goers this halloween why not try making some sweet popcorn balls.

to make this sweet snack you will need: 

  • large bowl of popped pop corn 




  • 50-70g of dried fruit (figs, cherries, raisins, apricots)




  • 40g granulated sugar 




  • 25 g brown sugar




  • 28g corn syrup




  • 150ml of water 





  • Directions
    1.  Toss popcorn and dried fruit together in a large, lightly oiled, heatproof bowl. Oil 2 waxed paper-lined baking  pans and a long metal fork. Set aside.

    2. Bring sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, and water to a boil over medium-high heat in a medium saucepan fitted with a candy thermometer. 

    3. Reduce heat to medium and cook until mixture reaches 260 degrees F.
    4. Carefully pour the syrup over the popcorn mixture. Stir with the fork to distribute. Let sit for 1 to 2 minutes.

    5. With well-oiled hands, form 3-inch balls, place on pans, and cool completely. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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